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Metstrade 2025 sets new benchmark with full-venue expansion and 32,000 visits

2025-11-21T12:35:00+00:00

Metstrade 2025 closed after three dynamic days that welcomed 20,000 unique visitors and 32,000 total visits to its biggest edition yet. For the first time, the show occupied the entire RAI Amsterdam complex, offering expanded halls, enhanced zones, and nearly 1,700 exhibitors

Abu Dhabi show opens with record-breaking edition and giant flamingo float

2025-11-21T11:30:00+00:00By Mike Derrett

The 7th Abu Dhabi International Boat Show launched yesterday with 1,068 exhibitors across 85,000m²

Flux Marine announces new funding

2025-11-21T11:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

US$15m capital infusion to scale all-electric marine outboard production and expand core technology sales

Data Hidrolik eyes new horizons as global market shifts

2025-11-21T11:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Bahar Öztürk

We speak with Cem Hüroğlu, member of the board of directors and sales & marketing director at Data Hidrolik, about the company’s growing international footprint, its leadership in hydraulic deck equipment, and its long-term plans for product innovation and new market expansion

Women navigate the future: Harnessing AI to transform the marine industry

2025-11-21T10:30:00+00:00By Jake Kavanagh

A compelling forum at Metstrade brought together industry voices to examine technology’s transformative impact on the marine sector through a distinctly female lens

World Boating Day goes from strength to strength

2025-11-21T10:30:00+00:00By Dennis O'Neill

More than 20 organisations gathered at Metstrade to finalise detailed plans for next year’s initiative

Unlocking global insights into the next generation of boat buyers

2025-11-21T10:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

NMMA’s Kevin Williams reveals strategies for marine industry to connect with and retain younger consumers in eye-opening Metstrade presentation

Lloyds Register grants Rondal’s Aero Wing Sail its ‘Approval-in-Principle’

2025-11-21T10:30:00+00:00By Robert Wielaard

LR’s AiP for Rondal was announced at Metstrade

Swiss startup wins Metstrade pitch competition with Olympic-proven robotic buoys

2025-11-20T15:25:00+00:00

Effetto Venturi SA has been crowned winner of this year’s Metstrade Start-up Pitch Competition

ICOMIA/EBI/NMMA update Metstrade visitors on Blue Boat Horizon LCA project

2025-11-20T13:34:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

Industry experts outline progress on developing a globally aligned Lifecycle Assessment framework for the recreational marine sector

Largest edition yet of The Superyacht Forum hosts nearly 900 delegates

2025-11-20T12:57:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Kim Hollamby

The NXT-themed agenda focused on propelling the superyacht sector into the next decade and beyond

Retimed Sydney International Boat Show proves a success

2025-11-20T12:30:00+00:00By David Robinson

Over 20,000 visitors, deals completed, and boating lifestyle prominently promoted

North American market a lost season, says NMMA

2025-11-20T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

CEO Frank Hugelmeyer calls 2025 a ‘lost season’ with 10% sales decline blamed on Trump tariffs and trade policies

PwC: AI will cut product development lifecycles in half

2025-11-20T12:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

New PricewaterhouseCoopers report says multimodal AI enables manufacturers to iterate product designs in hours rather than weeks

Digital twin technology and what it means for the marine industry

2025-11-20T12:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

New product development concept enhances design accuracy, reduces time-to-market and improves overall quality

Suzuki adopts biodegradable parts packaging

2025-11-20T11:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

Biodegradable consolidation bags for spare parts packaging to be used for all products

Brilliant industry and personal achievements celebrated at Boat Builder Awards

2025-11-20T10:33:00+00:00

This year’s 11th edition of the Boat Builder Awards saw Targa Boats’ founders Johan and Britt-Marie Carpelan honoured for Lifetime Achievement and Brunswick’s Vittorio Bichurcher and Kevin Fehrenbach named as this year’s Rising Stars. Plus 31 companies from around the globe highlighted for their successes in innovation, design, sustainability and ...

ePropulsion restructures UK & Ireland operations with new entity

2025-11-19T13:32:00+00:00By Neil Eaves

Company to assume direct control of sales, marketing and service following strategic review

Twisted buys UK composites firm to enhance carbon-fibre capability

2025-11-19T13:20:00+00:00By Neil Eaves

Acquisition secures advanced engineering capacity for future marine projects

Suzuki marks 60th anniversary of Netherlands representation

2025-11-19T13:10:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

Commemorative ceremony marks six decades of collaboration with BV Nimag

ICOMIA plots course for future growth

2025-11-19T13:00:00+00:00

Collaboration is the key to overcoming challenges, leveraging opportunities say ICOMIA execs in lively Metstrade Stage discussion

Venue shifts for 2026 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

Yachts return to Collins Ave site, sail shifts to IGY Yacht Haven Grande in newly announced site enhancements

Designing the Future of Yachting – In conversation with Japec Jakopin

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By IBI Editorial Team

J&J Design co-founder discusses modern yacht design trends with IBI

Selling into the North American market

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Simplifying regulatory compliance is critical to access the world’s single largest boat market, says ABYC and NMMA

Hugelmeyer – industry facing transformative change

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Unprecedented challenges bring unique opportunities for growth, ICOMIA, NMMA president tells Metstrade Official Opening audience

Melita Marine to have Cote d’Azur base in Antibes and Biot

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00By David Robinson

The Maltese group is also expanding activities elsewhere

SEAFIRST names exclusive Australian distributor

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00

RWB, Milde Marine to represent SEAFIRST hydraulic steering systems in Australia

Airmar expands into Australia, NZ with new sales manager and Melbourne facility

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00

US ultrasonic transducer specialist appoints Stuart Graham as regional sales manager

AD Ports reports best financial quarter since 2022 public listing

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

Plans to expand community ports will include berthing for leisure boats

Polish sailing yacht builder diversifies with expanding motoryacht portfolio

2025-11-19T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski

Shine Yachting to launch new models amid rising exports to European markets

Metstrade 2025 - Daily News - 19|11|25

2025-11-19T09:15:00+00:00

Published in conjunction with Metstrade, IBI brings you the second issue of the 2025 Daily News, available for download

Metstrade 2025 - Daily News - 18|11|25

2025-11-18T17:09:00+00:00

Published in conjunction with Metstrade, IBI brings you the first issue of the 2025 Daily News, available for download

Changing consumer attitudes

2025-11-18T16:35:00+00:00

Millennials reshape marine market as industry adapts to new buyer expectations

2025 DAME Design Award winners revealed

2025-11-18T16:18:00+00:00

LXNAV’s E360 Round Chartplotter was named overall DAME winner in this year’s hotly contested awards ceremony

Metstrade keynote: Le Boat MD outlines global expansion as boating holidays attract new audiences

2025-11-18T14:53:00+00:00> Subscriber-only

Cheryl Brown delivers forward-looking address on the state of the boating and holiday-rental industry

Nautical Ventures sees 40% growth in FLIBS sales

2025-11-18T14:44:00+00:00By Tony Esposito

Vision Marine’s US retail arm posts strongest Ft Lauderdale results since pre-pandemic

ExploMar closes over US$10m financing to accelerate global expansion

2025-11-18T13:44:00+00:00

The proceeds will be mainly allocated to global distribution and service network expansion, supply-chain optimisation, and product upgrade

AkzoNobel completes $25bn merger creating global coatings leader

2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00By Robert Wielaard

Industry analysts call it a transformative deal for the sector

Van der Valk’s third Jangada validates wisdom of 2024 MBO

2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00By Robert Wielaard

The Dutch yard has launched its longest Jangada yacht, demonstrating operational capacity following a 2024 management buyout

Azimut Yachts expands partnership with Canadian dealer

2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00

The Italian yacht builder has extended Marine 360’s territory beyond Ontario

3rd Superyacht Summit Türkiye reveals industry’s strategic ambitions

2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00By Bahar Öztürk

Over 450 participants gathered in Istanbul to explore how Turkey can build sustainable yacht-building culture beyond simply chasing global rankings

Nautical sector “red tape” sees yachts and boats fleeing Italian flag

2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito

Vessel cancellations surge 256% over five years as regulatory complexity drives owners to seek alternative flags

Final call: Last chance to buy tickets for 11th Boat Builder Awards

2025-11-18T10:28:00+00:00

Industry’s premier celebration takes place tomorrow night in Amsterdam with 34 companies competing and Michelin-starred dining

Burgess Group acquired by US ‘new breed’ investment business Ancient

2025-11-17T16:37:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

US business a long-term investor in building enduring platforms in specialty finance

Safe Harbor to purchase US shipyard?

2025-11-17T15:10:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito

Unconfirmed reports suggest the Maine facility could become the latest addition to the marina operator’s expanding portfolio

ICOMIA names new sustaining member

2025-11-17T13:43:00+00:00

Sirius Maritime Group joins International Council of Marine Industry Associations

Athena Racing appoints world-renowned sailor as CEO

2025-11-17T13:30:00+00:00

Ian Walker will oversee Athena’s America’s Cup challenge

Sunseeker’s CEO to leave; Boatbuilder issues statement

2025-11-17T13:16:00+00:00By Nick Hopkinson

Search underway for replacement

South African composites supplier opens Cape Town head office

2025-11-17T12:30:00+00:00By Bobby Jordan

The new location features a new fully-equipped training centre

Regal Boats appoints new president

2025-11-17T12:30:00+00:00By Craig Ritchie

Paul Kuck becomes third generation to lead family-owned US boat builder